What is the cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Dorset is to bus which costs £65 - £120 and takes 13h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Dorset is to bus and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Warren Street station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Dorset?

The distance between Motherwell and Dorset is 426 miles. The road distance is 420.8 miles.

How do I travel from Motherwell to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs £140 - £330.

How long does it take to get from Motherwell to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Motherwell to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dorset bus from?

Motherwell to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dorset train from?

Motherwell to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Dorset?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dorset is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs £140 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Motherwell to Dorset bus arrive?

Motherwell to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Motherwell to Dorset train arrive?

Motherwell to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Dorset is 421 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Motherwell to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2436+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 11 ways to get from Motherwell to Dorset by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)plane EDI - BOH
4h 27m
£83–230
Fly Glasgow Airport to Southampton Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
6h 56m
£67–232
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
8h 3m
£148–323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
13h 51m
£68–114
Drive 418.3 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Dorsetcar 418.3 mi
7h 18m
£103–149
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
8h 1m
£104–254
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
8h 24m
£71–185
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
9h 4m
£77–197
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Winchestertrain
4. Take the train from Winchester to Weymouthtrain
11h 57m
£171–301
Train #2
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
12h 31m
£241–367
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Weymouthtrain
12h 51m
£154–272

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Distance: 423.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Dorset via London Euston, Warren Street station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 13h 51m.

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